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Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Pennsic here I come....

Well the last week has been filled with Pennsic projects since finishing the 22 belt favors for Their Majesties. Bought and lined a straw hat for Vince and fixed mine and lined it as well. I fixed his felt hat as it was misshaped due to wetness. Ironed it and used one of my foam head models to shape it properly. Fixed mine by refreshing with the iron and cleaning off the animal hair that had accumulated. Now to complete Vince's hat with plumes and a pin. I finished a pocket for myself and a token displaying belt favor, Vince made me a leather belt and put bosses on the outside of it from another belt. I have to fix one item on my chatelaine but that is to come after current work.

Looking for rain boots since the summer is wet. Some roads are only open to foot traffic at Pennsic due to the mud. Hoping to find a pair of over rain boots to fit my canvas comfy shoes. I also am looking at insoles for all the walking that will be done, my feet will be sore without them. Bought a red velvet lint brush, meant more for home but will help with garb and keeping things fur free.

Finished my larger plain coif and documentation, finished the plain sleeping cap and documentation, finished class documentation on coif, and am 90% of the way through my 1560's ruff documentation. I have to finish making my kits for the classes and make a 1560's neck ruff including the steps in the documentation. Feel in good standing for Pennsic War week being 2 weeks away. I won't be there during peace week. Glad since I have so much going on at home at need to make sure my Cats are all squared away with food and litter for the cat sitter.

Well it all goes well, entering the mad rush phase of July. The less needing purchased the less to buy on the way or on site. War practice was a good dry run for Pennsic seeing what does fit in my friends SUV. Things are coming along well to be prepared for the hot dry/damp week of war. Besides finishing class kits and one last A&S project, my goal this weekend is to pack and stack as much ahead. Work on an inventory of items going to Pennsic so I can account for my things.

Working my permanent later shift at work has made it more difficult to manage time for prep other than weekends or mornings. I now know why my parents woke early on weekends to get errands done. Responsibility bites sometime, though no one is going to do things for me. So early it is on days off till Vacation kicks in.

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Tudor Stained Glass

Tudor Q and A

A mashed combination of the words Tudor and Curiosity to create the word Tudorosity. Tudorosities is the plural form and the deffinition is as follows.

Tudorosity- an desire to learn or know anything about the Tudor dynasty assocated with years 1405 through 1603.

Most people ask my why I make the Tudor garb ?

I find the clothing of this era not only beautiful but also challenging to sew. There is much more care and purpose put into making garments and wearing garments in the Tudor Era. I love the look of Tudor so much I wanted to explore the way clothes were made back then and the subtle changes in fashion and styles of time.

How did you get started in this interesting hobby?

I started with art first, I love to draw, paint, and sculpt all the traditional fine arts. So being able to draw helps me visualize the looks I want to create in my garb. History has always been a huge interest of mine and I've had a knack for sewing since I was 6 years old. It all started with doll clothes and I learned cross stitch embroidery from my grandmother when I was little. I am self taught sewer, crochet, knitting, embroidery and tatting.My methods are learned from books mainly and there is still so much more to learn.

What is my favorite outfit and why?

It would be like picking a favorite out of one of my future children, its impossible. I love all my gown creations and really like the distinct differences in all the styles clothing I make for the Tudor Era.

Do you make the whole outfit including hat, shoes, and undergarments?

I do have a goal of making a complete Tudor from the skin out. As of right now I make 80% of my gowns and accessories. The shoes, corset, stockings, and petticoats are bought online and the petticoats are a close reproduction but not made by me. Though someday I plan on making a reed corset and petticoat to wear under my gowns, as well as other accessories.

How long does it take to make a gown?

It all depends on the type of gown I plan on making and the time period and class of the design. Generally if I work on it 8 hours a day on a sewing machine it will take 3 days to get the basics and another 5 days to do finish hand-sewing details and beading. So a week to a week and a half if working on it steady for that amount of time. I work a full-time job so it does take longer than a week to complete. I put over 40-100 hours per outfit depending on its complexity, its like its own full time job of sorts.

Do you make renaissance clothing for sale or custom orders?

No, due to new employment and changes in my lifestyle. Unfortunately, I have no time to support sewing for others. Though I recommend sewing lessons for those adventurous few. There are many fine folks who make and sell historical clothing. I suggest guidance with sew from many fine historical enthusiastic costumers out on the internet.

How long have you been making these elaborate costumes?

I have been in the Society of Creative Anachronism coming up on my 10th year. Active since 2004 working at demonstrations and volunteering when I could between working and other life's distractions. I really concentrated on Tudor sewing in 2007 and worked with patterns to learn proper fabrics, techniques, fit, and silhouette. I really enjoy the eras transition from a medieval form fitting layered cotterdie to the boned Tudor kirtle and then to structured Elizabethan clothing.

Six Wives of Henry VIII

King Henry VIII's Wives in Sequential Order

King Henry VIII of England 1491-1547

Queen Catherine of Aragon 1485-1536Divorced,

Queen Anne Boleyn 1501-1536 Beheaded,

Queen Jane Seymour 1508-1537 Died.

Queen Anne of Cleves 1515-1557 Divorced,

Queen Catherine Howard 1525-1542 Beheaded,

Queen Catherine Parr 1512-1548 Survived.

Purple Velvet Ermine Fur Tudor Gown

Queen Elizabeth I Coronation Portait

Tudor Rose

Queen Elizabeth's Prayer at Bristol August 15,1574

Stretch forth,
O Lord most mightie,
Thy right hand over me,
and defend me from mine enemys,
that they never prevayle against me.

Give me, O Lord,
the assistance of Thy Spiritt,
and comfort of Thy grace,
truly to know Thee, intirely to love Thee,
and assuredly to trust in Thee.

And that as I do acknowledge
to have received the government
of this Church and Kingdom at Thy hand,
and to hold the same of Thee,
so grant me grace, O Lord,
that in the end I may render up
and present the same again
unto Thee, a peaceable, quiett,
and well-ordered State and Kingdome,
as also a perfect reformed church,
to the furtherance of Thy glory.

And to my subjects, O Lord God, grant,
I beseech Thee, faithful and obedient hearts,
willingly to submit themselves to the obedience
of Thy word and commandments,
that we altogether being thankfull unto Thee
for Thy benefitts received, may laud and magnifie
Thy Holy Name world without end.

Tudor Rose

Princess Mary Tudor and Charles Brandon

Mairin O'Cadhla Heraldry

Embroidered Waistcoat over Elizabethan Gown

Queen Mary I of England

Tudor Rose

About Me

I enjoy SCA(Society of Creative Anachronism)a group that recreates pre-16th century Europe, customs, crafts and chivalry of an older time. In
this activity I sew Tudor costumes, spin wool and silk, stitch crewel
embroidery, making jewelry, make Tudor hoods, participate in
doll/marionette making, old world wood working, painting, drawing,
sculpting and all over crafting and arts.
I enjoy most types of folklore, myth and legend. Especially any tales
from Europe. I love to play collectible card games, paper and pencil
role-play games like D&D and White-wolf games. I do play some computer
games from time to time. I live happily with my cats Jasper,Tabitha, and Star.

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Mary Queen of Scots

Age 12

Scotland The Brave Lyrics

Hark when the night is falling
Hear! Hear the pipes are calling,
Loudly and proudly calling,
Down thro' the glen.
There where the hills are sleeping,
Now feel the blood a-leaping,
High as the spirits of the old Highland men.

Towering in gallant fame,
Scotland my mountain hame,
High may your proud standards gloriously wave,
Land of my high endeavour,
Land of the shining river,
Land of my heart for ever,
Scotland the brave.

High in the misty Highlands,
Out by the purple islands,
Brave are the hearts that beat
Beneath Scottish skies.
Wild are the winds to meet you,
Staunch are the friends that greet you,
Kind as the love that shines from fair maiden's eyes.

Towering in gallant fame,
Scotland my mountain hame,
High may your proud standards gloriously wave,
Land of my high endeavour,
Land of the shining river,
Land of my heart for ever,
Scotland the brave.

Far off in sunlit places,
Sad are the Scottish faces,
Yearning to feel the kiss
Of sweet Scottish rain.
Where tropic skies are beaming,
Love sets the heart a-dreaming,
Longing and dreaming for the homeland again.

Towering in gallant fame,
Scotland my mountain hame,
High may your proud standards gloriously wave,
Land of my high endeavour,
Land of the shining river,
Land of my heart for ever,
Scotland the brave.

Tudor Red Rose

What is your favorite time period in history

Mary Queen of Scots Doll

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Awards and Merits

Lady Mairin O'Cadhla Award of Arms

Keystone Scroll

Award for Service

SCA Awards, Offices, and Recognitions

Offices:

Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais Chancellor Minor since 2008-2015

Awards:

Award of Arms- Wills Revenge 2004

Shire Of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais Token 2004 Feather for Arts & Sciences

Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais Token 2012- Feather for Arts & Sciences

Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais Token 2016-Acorn for service

Ice Dragon Category Winner Curiosa 2005- Marionette Theater

The Feast of the Passing of the Ice Dragon Category Novice Winner 2010 Toys- Tudor Dolls

The Feast of the Passing of the Ice Dragon Category Novice Winner 2011-Toymaking- Tudor Doll Castle

Princess Royal's choice for the Feast of the Passing of the Ice Dragon 2011

The Feast of the Passing of the Ice Dragon- Category Novice Winner 2013-Toymaking- Marionette Puppets